Argo (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 2012, Argo is a thriller and drama film directed by Ben Affleck, running about 120 minutes. “The movie was fake. The mission was real.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.
Who’s in it. Argo stars Ben Affleck as Tony Mendez, Bryan Cranston as Jack O'Donnell, Alan Arkin as Lester Siegel and John Goodman as John Chambers, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, Argo has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $232.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Argo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Argo tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Argo (2012)?
- In US, Argo is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Argo worth watching?
- Argo holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Argo?
- Argo stars Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, John Goodman and Scoot McNairy.
- When was Argo released?
- Argo was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.